Venusaur 68 / 165 Pokemon Card from Expedition Base Set Set
Venusaur is a Stage 2 Grass-type Pokémon with 100 HP. It was illustrated by Shin-ichi Yoshikawa and is card number 68 from the Expedition Base Set, part of…
- Set: Expedition Base Set
- Number: 68/165
- Rarity: Rare
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About the Venusaur Pokémon Card
Venusaur is a Grass-type Pokémon card with 100 HP from the Expedition Base Set set, part of the E-Card series. It carries the collector number 68/165 and is classified as Rare. The Expedition Base Set set was released on September 15, 2002.
Venusaur Pokémon Card Details
Card name: Venusaur
Card number: 68/165
Set: Expedition Base Set
Series: E-Card
Rarity: Rare
Subtypes: Stage 2
Type: Grass
HP: 100
Artist: Shin-ichi Yoshikawa
Release date: September 15, 2002
National Pokédex number: 3
Why Collect the Venusaur Pokémon Card?
Venusaur is a solid addition to the Expedition Base Set set, and clean, well-centred copies are the most desirable to collectors who grade their cards.
Across the hobby, collectibility generally comes down to rarity, condition, artwork, and overall demand for the set.
Artwork and Illustration of the Venusaur Pokémon Card
Venusaur was illustrated by Shin-ichi Yoshikawa.
Artwork is one of the factors collectors weigh when deciding which copies to keep or send for grading.
Market Price and Value of the Venusaur Pokémon Card
The current aggregated market price for Venusaur is about
For context, the Expedition Base Set set has a median card value near $45.00 and an average near $83.63, so this card sits above the typical card in the set. The aggregated price has moved +17% over the last 7 days and +17% over 30 days.
Pokémon cards are best collected for enjoyment first. Where value matters, it is typically driven by graded population, the popularity of the Expedition Base Set set, the availability of sealed product, and broader Pokémon TCG market trends.
Grading the Venusaur Pokémon Card
Whether Venusaur is worth grading comes down to condition. Before submitting a card, collectors usually check front and back centring, corner sharpness, edge wear, surface defects, and any print lines or factory imperfections.
Across the hobby, top grades such as PSA 10, BGS/Beckett 9.5–10, and CGC Pristine 10 generally command a premium over raw or lower-graded copies.
PSA has graded 735 copies of this card, of which 139 earned a PSA 10 — a gem rate of about 18.9%. These population figures were last refreshed on June 15, 2026. Population counts only rise as more copies are submitted, so the gem rate and totals shift over time; nothing here is estimated or back-filled.
How Rare Is the Venusaur Pokémon Card?
Rare cards like Venusaur are pulled less often than commons and uncommons, while still appearing more frequently than the set's top-tier rare cards.
Population data is one concrete measure of scarcity: PSA has graded 735 copies to date.
Other Printings of Venusaur
Venusaur appears on more than one card across the catalog. Other printings include Legendary Collection 18 (around $800), Pokémon Rumble 1 (around
These are distinct cards rather than a single listing; compare the set, collector number, and rarity when identifying a specific copy.
Final Thoughts on the Venusaur Pokémon Card
The Venusaur pokémon card is a Rare card from the Expedition Base Set set (E-Card series). It is a straightforward addition for collectors completing the Expedition Base Set set. Its current aggregated market price is about
Frequently asked questions
What set is the Venusaur card from?
Venusaur is from the Expedition Base Set set (E-Card series), numbered 68/165 with the Rare rarity.
What rarity is the Venusaur card?
Venusaur is classified as Rare.
How much is the Venusaur 68/165 card worth?
The current aggregated market price is about
Is the Venusaur card worth grading?
It can be, if the card is well-centred and free of noticeable edge, corner, or surface flaws. PSA has graded 735 copies so far, with about 18.9% reaching PSA 10. Top grades typically command a premium over raw copies.
What is the PSA population for Venusaur?
PSA has graded 735 copies, of which 139 are PSA 10 (a gem rate of about 18.9%). These figures were last updated on June 15, 2026.
How rare is the Venusaur card?
Rare cards like Venusaur are pulled less often than commons and uncommons, while still appearing more frequently than the set's top-tier rare cards.
When was the Expedition Base Set set released?
The Expedition Base Set set was released on September 15, 2002.
Are there other printings of Venusaur?
Yes. Venusaur appears on 15 other cards across the catalog. Compare the set, collector number, and rarity to identify a specific copy.